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Revive Renovators
4.5(
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Basement - Remodel

Serving Amherst, NY and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2023

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Revive renovations did a wonderful job installing luxury vinyl flooring in my basement! Also, they reinstalled drywall at the half bottom of the basement walls due to water damage! After installing the drywall, they paint matched the existing paint with the upper part of the walls. The workers are very efficient and friendly! I will hire Revive renovations for future projects!"
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Response time2 days
Response rate100%
18 neighbors recently requested a quote
SZ Home Construction
5.0(
11
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Basement - Remodel

Serving Amherst, NY and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2020

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"I had an excellent experience with SZ Home Construction?. They completed the chimney maintenance, cleaning, and painting professionally and at a very reasonable price. The work was finished on time, and the quality exceeded my expectations. What impressed me the most was their attention to detail and respect for cleanliness ? they cleaned the entire area thoroughly after finishing the job, leaving everything neat and organized. Their team was polite, calm, and very easy to deal with. They worked smoothly and quietly without creating unnecessary noise or disturbance, which made the whole experience comfortable and stress-free. I also appreciated their professional and legal payment process through bank checks, which added an extra level of trust and reliability. I highly recommend SZ Home Construction? to anyone looking for honest, professional, and high-quality home service work."
Response time4 hrs
Response rate85%
Recommended by90%of homeowners
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Southside Builders
4.7(
7
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Basement - Remodel

Serving Amherst, NY and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2022

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

"I needed complete drywall replacement in my garage, ceiling and walls. I did not know Southside Builders prior to hiring them for this project. The owner, Neil Dylag, showed up for the initial evaluation when he said he would. He provided a timely estimate. We agreed to a start date and estimated completion date. This project started and finished as scheduled with no additional charges or change orders. His solutions to the couple of glitches we had were sound and better than my recommendations. I found Neil to be an extremely hard working and honest businessman. I'm satisfied with the job and recommend him to your project."
Plaster ceiling patch and repair
Home renovations
Structure failure rebuild
Interior patch and repair
Garage work in progress

+42

Response time1 day
Recommended by85%of homeowners
A & W General Contractors
5.0(
1
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Basement - Remodel

Serving Amherst, NY and surrounding areas

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A & W General Contractors is committed to excellence in every aspect of our business. We uphold a standard of integrity bound by fairness, honesty and personal responsibility. Our distinction is the quality of service we bring to our customers. Accurate knowledge of our trade combined with ability is what makes us true professionals. Above all, we are watchful of our customers interests, and make their concerns the basis of our business.

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Legacy Construction and Management
New to Angi
Basement - Remodel

Serving Amherst, NY and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2021

Free estimates

Legacy Construction and Management is committed to excellence in every aspect of our business. We uphold a standard of integrity bound by fairness, honesty, and personal responsibility. Our distinction is the quality of service we bring to our customers. Accurate knowledge of our trade combined with ability is what makes us true professionals. Above all, we are watchful of our customers' interests, and make their concerns the basis of our business.\n50+ years experience\n\n

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Buffalo Builders Craftsmen & Design
New to Angi
Basement - Remodel

Serving Amherst, NY and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2024

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

We offer friendly and courteous service. We are always ready to answer your questions or address your concerns. We have built our reputation on our commitment to providing exceptional service. This has earned us an impressive reputation with many valuable customers. We take pride in delivering value through top quality work with competitive prices.

Response time5 days
5 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Basement Remodel questions, answered by experts

Lifting a house and adding a basement is one way to add usable square footage. Lifting or jacking a house is a complex process, and it can be expensive, not to mention that you won’t be able to live in your house while it’s lifted, due to safety concerns. Lifting a house should only be done by experienced professionals.

Physically, the most challenging part of finishing a basement is installing egress windows or doors when the space is below ground level. Mentally, the hardest part may be envisioning the project and planning around load-bearing and mechanical obstacles.

If you’re not sure which method of raising the ceiling is best for you, here are a couple of considerations to help you make that decision. A professional ceiling company will be able to help you determine the best option for your home.

  • How long you are planning to live there: although raising the basement ceiling will increase the value of your home, if you’re planning to sell the house, then go for raising the house.

  • The condition of the foundation: to lower the floors, your foundation has to be intact whereas raising the house will allow you to restore the damaged foundation.

Yes, most general contractors require an initial down payment, typically between 10% and 25% of the total project cost. This upfront payment helps cover the costs of materials, permits, and subcontractors. The remaining project costs are usually billed after specific project milestones are reached or on set completion dates, as outlined in your contract. Be wary of contractors who require a significant deposit of 50% or more upfront, as this could be a red flag for a scam.

Framing a basement takes three to five days, on average, when completed by a professional, though it may take longer for a larger space. Keep in mind this doesn’t include the time to complete the design, obtain permits, and install the drywall on the framing. On average, fully finishing a basement takes an average of 45 days.

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